Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT]

Chennai, Tamil Nadu Government Estd 2010 Updated Aug 2026

NIRF #175 AICTE, NBA approved Engineering Science

4.2 out of 10 · 164 reviews

Website

Annual fees ₹2.2 L

Student rating 4.2 / 10

Courses offered 9

Established 2010

At a glance

Established 2010

Ownership Government

Approved by AICTE, NBA

Campus Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Courses 9 on record

Student reviews 164

About Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT]

Chennai Institute of Technology Overview

Chennai Institute of Technology (CIT) was established in 2010 in Chennai. It is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and affiliated with Anna University.

The institute is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an A+ grade. It is also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

Chennai Institute of Technology Ranking

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) has placed CIT in the 101–150 band in the engineering category. CollegeHunt ranked it 239th in 2025.

Courses Offered

BE and B.Tech are the most popular courses at CIT Chennai. Admission to these programs is through Tamil Nadu Engineering Admission (TNEA) Counselling.

TNEA Cutoff

The TNEA overall cutoff rank for the open category varies from 188 to 196 in 2025. This cutoff applies to admission into the B.Tech and B.E. programs.

Chennai Institute of Technology Placement Report 2026

The placement report for 2026 has been released. The placement percentage is 95.8%.

The highest package offered was INR 60 LPA. Top recruiters include Amazon, Microsoft, Autodesk, Deloitte, Infosys, and HCL, among others.

Admission Dates 2026

Chennai Institute of Technology Admission is open. The table below lists the admission dates for 2026.

Event	Date
Admission Open	2026

Courses & fees

Course	Duration	Total fees
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] 10+2 with 45%	4 Years	₹ 2.2 L
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] (Computer Science and Engineering)	—	₹ 2.2 Lakhs
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] 10+2 with 50%	4 Years	₹ 2.2 L
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Information Technology)	—	₹ 2.2 Lakhs
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral} Diploma with 50%	3 Years	₹ 1.65 L
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral} (Computer Science & Engineering)	—	₹ 1.65 Lakhs

NIRF ranking

Ranked within each category, not overall.

Engineering · 2022 #175

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT]?

Fees at Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] start from ₹2.2 L per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.

What is the admission process for Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT]?

Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] admission process for 2026 involves entering through national/state level entrance exams.

Where is Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] located?

Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Address: Sarathy Nagar, Kundrathur India.

Is Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] a government or private college?

Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] is listed as a government institution in Chennai. It was established in 2010.

What approvals does Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] have?

Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] lists these approvals and accreditations: AICTE, NBA. Confirm the current status with the regulator before applying.

What is the NIRF ranking of Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT]?

Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] appears in the NIRF listing at rank #175. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.

What courses does Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] offer?

Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT] lists 29 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.

How do I apply to Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT]?

Applications are made through the official website (citchennai.edu.in) or, for entrance-based courses, the relevant counselling authority. You can also use the Apply button on this page to request a callback.